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RHU

Rafik Hariri University

2025–26 informationApplications: ungradapp.rafikhaririuniversity.org
Apply on ungradapp.rafikhaririuniversity.org

Programs​

20

RHU offers 20 undergraduate programs across 3 colleges (CAS, CBA, CE).

A single 54,000 m² campus in Mechref-Damour, 20 km south of Beirut.

English is the language of instruction on the American credit system (~30 credits/year). Engineering is ABET-accredited.

College of Arts and Sciences (CAS)2 programs​

  • Computer Science (ABET-Accredited)CAS Computer & Information SystemsBS3 years93 creditsEN
  • Graphic DesignCAS Graphic DesignBS4 years111 creditsEN

College of Business Administration (CBA)6 programs​

  • AccountingCBA Financial StudiesBBA3 years99 creditsEN
  • Business Information Technology ManagementCBA Financial StudiesBBA3 years99 creditsEN
  • Finance and BankingCBA Financial StudiesBBA3 years99 creditsEN
  • ManagementCBA Management StudiesBBA3 years99 creditsEN
  • Human Resources ManagementCBA Management StudiesBBA3 years99 creditsEN
  • Marketing and AdvertisingCBA Management StudiesBBA3 years99 creditsEN

Application​

Application Types + Windows​

RHU operates Fall and Spring admission cycles with rolling decisions. Specific 2026-27 deadlines are not centrally listed — applicants are directed to the RHU Admission Requirements page for the current cycle's exact deadlines.

Term

  • Fall 2026-27
  • Spring 2026

Source:RHU Admission Requirements

Specific application opening / closing dates for AY 2026-27 are not published centrally. Contact admissions@rhu.edu.lb or the Admissions Office (+961-25-603090 ext. 405/406/407/422) for the current cycle.

Sources:RHU Admission RequirementsRHU Apply Online

Application Price​

FeeAmount (USD)

Application feeNon-refundable. Paid on campus or at any BankMed branch.
$30

Source:Admission Requirements

The Apply Now button at the bottom-left of this page opens RHU's online application portal at ungradapp.rafikhaririuniversity.org.

Tuition (AY 2025-2026)​

RHU's per-credit tuition rates by college are not published openly on the website — they are provided as a PDF from the Office of Finance. Contact the Admissions Office or financial-aid@rhu.edu.lb for the current schedule. Approximately 25% of students receive some form of scholarship or financial aid.

Source:RHU Financial Aid & Scholarship Programs

Scholarships​

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University-offered scholarships​

RHU offers three merit scholarship tracks plus need-based aid and a sibling discount.

Merit scholarships​

ScholarshipCoverageEligibilityConditions
Merit Scholarship20–50% of tuitionAcademic excellence based on school gradesAutomatic — no application required
Competition Scholarship20–50% of tuitionWinners of RHU-organized school competitionsAutomatic for competition winners; must meet admission requirements
Athletic Scholarship25–50% of tuitionDemonstrated athletic abilitySubmit form to Admissions with coach references and awards record

Source:Financial Aid

Need-based aid​

ProgramCoverage

Financial Aid FundEligibility: New students with limited resources + academic potential; priority to financially challenged students with strong scholastic aptitude. Deadline: August 15, 2025. Apply at ssf.rafikhaririuniversity.org.
Discount on tuition only (excludes books, housing, repeated courses)
Sibling DiscountEligibility: Two or more siblings enrolled simultaneously
10% discount for one sibling (max 2 beneficiaries if 3+ enrolled)
Work-Study ProgramEligibility: Apply with financial-need documentation
On-campus employment up to 8 hours/week

Source:Financial Aid

External — Hariri Foundation partnership​

ProgramCoverage

Hariri Foundation ScholarshipEligibility: RHU students; awarded annually (28 students received it in AY 2024-25)
Partial / full tuition (variable)

Source:Hariri Foundation — RHU 28 scholarships

How to apply for financial aid: complete the online Financial Aid application at ssf.rafikhaririuniversity.org by August 15, 2025 (Fall) and submit supporting documents to the Office of Admissions.

Source:RHU Financial Aid & Scholarship Programs

Requirements​

SAT​

The SAT is required for Freshman applicants per the Lebanese Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MEHE):

TrackMinimum SAT

Arts track (Freshman)Minimum ACT: 15
870
Sciences track (Freshman)Minimum ACT: 17
950

Source:Admission Requirements

High-school grades​

  • Lebanese Baccalaureate — all tracks accepted (General, Life Sciences, Sociology & Economics, Humanities & Literature); remedial courses may be required.
  • Technical Baccalaureate — requires remedial courses in Math, Physics, Chemistry, Statistics, and/or Economics depending on major.
  • Foreign Secondary Certificates (French Bac, IB, German Abitur, etc.) — must be validated by the Lebanese Ministry of Education.
  • US High School Diploma — requires equivalence from the Lebanese Ministry of Higher Education.
  • British GCE — minimum 5 O-Levels + 1 A-Level for freshman; 5 O-Levels + 3 A-Levels for sophomore.

Required documents

  • High school transcripts (last 3 years)
  • Diplomas and equivalence certificates
  • Civil status records
  • ID / passport copies
  • Three passport-sized photos
  • University transcripts (transfer students only)

Source:RHU Admission Requirements

English proficiency​

All instruction at RHU is in English. Applicants demonstrate proficiency via one of the following (undergraduate minimums):

TestMinimum Score

TOEFL iBT
80
TOEFL ITP / In-House
550
IELTS Academic
6.5
SAT Reading & Writing
530
RHU English Entrance Exam
380

Source:Admission Requirements

Applicants below thresholds enroll in the Intensive English Program before starting regular coursework.

Contacts​

OfficePhoneEmailNotes
Admissions Office+961-25-603090 ext. 405 / 406 / 407 / 422admissions@rhu.edu.lbMechref, Damour
Main Switchboard+961-25-603090info@rhu.edu.lbSingle 54,000 m² campus, 9 main buildings

Mailing address: Rafik Hariri University, Mechref, Damour, Lebanon (20 km south of Beirut).

Source:RHU Prospective Students Contact